Many items of the 200 lots up for bid at John Moran Auctioneers’ April 29 auction are sure to entice collectors of pottery and porcelain, specifically one 18-inch vase by renowned artist Frederick Hurten Rhead. Read More +
Decorative elements of furniture are often clues to the age and the style of a piece, such as linear design patterns characteristic of many items of furniture produced in the 1930s and ’40s explains Furniture Detective Fred Taylor, in his latest column. Read More +
In his latest Behind the Gavel column Wayne Jordan explores the reasons why the old adage “collect what you love” is the core lesson in collecting, and why putting more weight on the investment value can be a misstep. Read More +
The new owner of Grass Valley Antiques Show, Brian Witherell of Witherell’s Art and Antiques, and his team are preparing for their upcoming show May 8-10. In addition to the show, Witherell’s is hosting an auction simultaneously. Read More +
In the latest Ten Things You Didn’t Know column we explore the life of the late Ansel Adams, considered by many to be the pioneer of modern nature photography. April 22, 2014 marks the 30th anniversary of his death. Read More +
A set of baluster vases, two huge American Renaissance Revival mirrors, a pair of large cut crystal 12-light chandeliers, and a 1911 Steinway piano will vie for top lot status at Crescent City Auction Galleries’ April 12-13 auction. Read More +
The third offering of Tiffany Studios masterpieces, including a stunning Tiffany Peony table lamp, from Japan’s esteemed Garden Museum is headlining the April 12 sale at Michaan Auctions. Read More +
A collection of 75 pinball machines soared to top sale amounts in a 1,300-lot February auction at Morphy Auctions, which grossed $1,032,000, and also included soda pop, tobacciana, chewing gum and other product advertising items. Read More +
The Junk Bonanza is returning to Canterbury Park, Minn. April 10-12, with dealers offering salvaged and rejuvenated junk, antiques and vintage and artisan-repurposed pieces galore. Plus, “antiques matchmaker” Cari Cucksey, star of HGTV’s “Cash & Cari,” will be in attendance. Read More +
Morphy Auctions is expanding its auction services to include antique and classic vehicles, beginning with an auction in October 2014. Read More +